§ Lord John Russellappeared at the Bar, and acquainted the House that Ms Majesty having been waited upon with the Address of that House, was pleased to return the following most gracious answer:— "William Rex.—I willingly assent to the prayer of the Address of my faithful Commons, that I will be pleased to take such measures as may seem to me advisable for the effectual discouragement of Orange Lodges and generally of all political societies, excluding persons of a different religious faith, using secret signs and symbols, and acting by means of associated branches. It is my firm intention to discourage all such societies in my dominions, and I rely with confidence on the fidelity of my loyal subjects to support me in this determination."
§ To be entered on the Journals and printed.